DE102012011846A1 - Retention device for motor car interior equipment i.e. rear seat, has adapter device comprising rail adapter unit with which retention device is connected at interior-side rail system - Google Patents

Abstract

The device (1) has an adjustable bracket holder (10) for receiving a bracket (200). An adapter device (70) is adapted for the attachment of the retention device at a KFZ interior (100). A link assembly (40) connects the bracket holder with the adapter device. The adapter device comprises a rail adapter unit with which the retention device is connected at an interior-side rail system. A hinge portion is arranged at the bracket holder. The bracket holder comprises an actuator unit that is coupled with a cable for adjusting the holder arms. An independent claim is also included for a motor car interior.

Description

The invention relates to a holding device for consoles and / or other infotainment devices for flexible holding in a motor vehicle according to claim 1.

Furthermore, the invention relates to a motor vehicle interior according to claim 12.

The invention also relates to a motor vehicle with an interior according to claim 13.

Automobiles with an interior and holding devices for infotainment devices are well known.

From the DE 10 2008 053 975 A1 a holder for a portable computer for releasable attachment in a means of transport is known. The holder comprises a support portion, on which rests the portable computer, and a coupling portion for coupling the holder to the transport means. The rest section has a stop against which a longitudinal edge remote from a user of the attached computer rests, and two corner bays facing the user to receive the user-facing corners of the computer. The support portion is provided by a bracket which forms a loop by a counter-holder on which the stopper is arranged, and two free ends of the bracket extending from the counter-holder; at each of the free ends an elongated telescopic support is arranged with a Eckeinschub. The coupling portion for fixing the holder in the transport means comprises a latching means, which is engageable with a receiving bush arranged in the transport means.

It is an object of the present invention to provide a more flexible and easier-to-attach mount, as well as a suitable interior and motor vehicle, which provide a crash-proof and easily adjustable mount.

These and other objects are achieved on the basis of a holding device according to claim 1, an automotive interior according to claim 12 and a motor vehicle according to claim 13 in conjunction with their features. Advantageous developments of the invention are specified in the dependent claims.

The invention includes the technical teaching that in a holding device for consoles and / or other infotainment devices for flexible holding in a motor vehicle, in particular a console holding device for flexible and crash-safe holding consoles and infotainment devices on an automotive interior, comprising at least one adjustable console holder for Receiving a console, at least one adapter device for attaching the holding device to the vehicle interior and at least one connecting device for connecting the console holder to the adapter device, it is provided that the adapter device has at least one rail adapter unit, with which the holding device can be connected to an internal rail system. The holding device essentially comprises three components: a console holder for holding the console, an adapter device for connecting the holding device to a motor vehicle interior or a motor vehicle interior equipment, and a connecting device which connects the console holder to the adapter device. Consoles or infotainment devices are in particular laptops, monitors, tablet PCs, smartphones, DVD players, navigation devices and the like. The adapter device is designed for a flexible connection. In this case, the adapter device is designed so that it can be attached at several points on the interior. In particular, the adapter device is designed for connection to a rail system mounted on the motor vehicle side. Such a rail system is known for example as Flexrail. The rail system is preferably arranged on a rear side of a motor vehicle seat or on a center console, but can be arranged at arbitrary locations in the motor vehicle. Accordingly, the adapter device is designed as a rail adapter unit.

In one embodiment, it is provided that the rail adapter unit has a clamping part, with which the rail adapter unit can be clamped to the rail system. To ensure a flexible, quick and easy attachment, the rail adapter unit has the clamping part. This is for example designed as a rotatable about an axis clamping part. Preferably, the clamping member is biased by a spring, so that the clamping member is moved back into a clamping position by the spring.

In another embodiment, it is provided that the rail adapter unit has a base body with which the clamping part is releasably connectable. The clamping part is preferably formed as adapted to the rail system clamping part. This is interchangeable connectable with the base body for various connections. The base body has in one embodiment a receptacle for a clamping part. In another embodiment, the base body has a plurality of receptacles for a plurality of clamping parts. Preferably, the receptacle has a rail guide for the guided insertion of the clamping part. Accordingly, the clamping part to complementary projections. For an optimized connection, the rail guide is designed as a dovetail guide. Further, corresponding locking or locking units are provided to receive the clamping part securely latching. Further, for example, stops or projections are provided to correctly position the clamping member on the base body. Preferably, the receptacles are provided laterally and / or centrally on the base body.

In yet another embodiment, it is contemplated that the connecting means comprises an elongated portion having one end connected to the rail adapter unit and the other end having a hinge portion for hinged connection with the console holder. The connecting device is preferably rod-shaped or rod-shaped. In one embodiment, the connecting device is flexible, for example bendable at least in sections, rotatable, displaceable and / or telescopic. In another embodiment, the connecting device is rigid. In all cases, the connecting device is designed so that it can securely hold a recorded console in a desired position. Preferably, the connecting device is designed as a rod element. Preferably, the connecting device is fixedly connected to one end, in particular permanently connected to the base body. At the other end, the connecting device has a hinge section. This is designed for example as part of a joint. Preferably, the joint portion is formed as a ball for forming a ball joint. In other embodiments, the hinge portion is different, for example designed as a hinge or the like.

Yet another embodiment provides that the console holder has a housing with a joint portion which is complementary to the joint portion of the connecting device for forming a joint. The console holder has in particular the counterpart to the hinge portion of the connecting device. For example, the joint portion is formed as a pan, in particular as a ball socket, to form with the other joint portion a ball joint or another joint. The joint is preferably self-locking, so that a set position is maintained. In other embodiments, locking means are provided for setting a desired position.

Yet another embodiment provides that the hinge section is arranged eccentrically on the console holder. In this way, the console holder can be set differently, for example, during a rotation or another movement. For example, depending on the eccentricity, a different height level of the console holder can be adjusted.

In addition, it is provided in one embodiment that the console holder has at least two, preferably three or more, retaining arms which are adjustable relative to one another at least in pairs. A preferred embodiment provides three retaining arms for secure mounting of a console. The support arms are adjustable relative to each other, in particular with regard to their ends. So you can record different sized consoles by means of the support arms. At the ends, the holding arms have corresponding receptacles, claws, loops or the like for receiving a part of a console. In one embodiment, the receptacles are flexible, at least in one direction, so that differently shaped console sections can be accommodated. The recordings are variable in one embodiment.

In a further embodiment, it is provided that at least two retaining arms are coupled to one another via a cable pull for an adjustment. In order to enable an adjustment, it is advantageous if the holding arms are coupled together. Thus, a uniform or a dependent adjustment is realized. Preferably, the support arms are coupled together via a cable. By appropriate winding of the cable and the tensile force transmitted thereto, the support arms can be spaced closer together, that is, the ends of the support arms move relative to each other, so that smaller consoles can be kept. In one embodiment, the cable comprises a common cable for all the support arms. In another embodiment, the cable comprises several cables for the support arms. The ropes are freely switchable, for example in series and / or in parallel. In this way, a desired adjustment behavior of the support arms can be realized.

In addition, it is provided in one embodiment that the console holder has a coupled to the cable actuator unit for adjusting the support arms. The actuating unit comprises in one embodiment a winch on which the cable or the rope or the cables are wound up. The winch has a rotary wheel part, which is knurled, for example. By turning the Drehradteils the cable is wound up accordingly and shortens the distance between the holding arms.

Accordingly, a further embodiment provides that the console holder has at least one return arm associated with a retaining arm in order to enable a return of the respective retaining arm. The retaining arms are infinitely adjusted when reducing the distance over the cable. The winch is preferably self-locking. In another embodiment, locking means are provided with which the winch, the rotary wheel part and / or the actuating unit can be locked in a desired position. In the distance reduction, the respective return spring is tensioned. When the lock is released, the return spring relaxes and forces the retaining arms back to their original position.

Yet another embodiment provides that the housing is formed as a central housing, out of which protrude the support arms and in which and / or on which the cable, the actuator unit and / or the hinge portion is / are arranged. In this way, a protection of the components and the user is guaranteed. Preferably, the housing surrounds the cable, the return springs and a part of the support arms. About the housing, the support arms are partially guided, so that they can be adjusted translationally. In addition, the housing ensures in one embodiment a stop for the support arms.

Further, the invention includes the technical teaching that is provided in a motor vehicle interior or a motor vehicle interior, especially in a motor vehicle interior such as a rear seat, a center console and the like, with at least one rail system and at least one releasably and crash-safe connectable holder for brackets with the rail system in that the holder is designed as a retaining device described above. The interior has at least one rail system, preferably several rail systems. The rail system comprises at least one rail unit, preferably a plurality of rail units. The rail units are tuned to the rail adapter unit or vice versa. Preferably, the rail units of the rail system are equally profiled or have a common interface for an operative connection with the rail adapter unit or its clamping part. The rail units are formed interrupted in one embodiment. The rail units are formed at different locations in the motor vehicle, in particular on rear seats, center consoles and the like. Along the rail units, the rail adapter unit is displaceable and arranged arrested via the clamping part.

In addition, the invention includes the technical teaching that is provided in a motor vehicle with an interior, that the interior is designed as a motor vehicle interior described above. In this way, a holding device and thus any console is flexibly mounted in a motor vehicle.

Further, the invention improving measures are given in the dependent claims or will become apparent from the following description of embodiments of the invention, which are shown schematically in the figures. For identical or similar components or features uniform reference numerals are used. Features or components of various embodiments may be combined to provide other embodiments. All resulting from the claims of the description or drawings features and / or advantages including design details, spatial arrangement and method steps may be essential to the invention for themselves as well as in a variety of combinations.

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1 FIG. 2 schematically, in a perspective view, a section of a motor vehicle interior with a holding device with a console at a first position, FIG.

2 schematically in a perspective view a section of a motor vehicle interior with the holding device with console after 1 in another position,

3 schematically in a perspective view of the holding device according to 1 and 2 in a unique position,

4 schematically in a perspective view a section of an adapter device of the holding device according to 3 .

5 schematically in a perspective view a section of a console holder of the holding device according to 3 .

6 schematically the operation of the holding device or the console holder after 3 .

7 1 is a schematic perspective view of a rail system mounted on a motor vehicle interior in a first application,

8th 1 is a schematic perspective view of a rail system mounted on a motor vehicle interior in a second application;

9 FIG. 2 schematically, in an enlarged view, the rail system with a rail adapter unit, FIG.

10 schematically in a cross-sectional view the connection of the rail adapter unit to the rail system,

11 schematically a cross-sectional view of a connection operation of the rail adapter unit to the rail system and

12 schematically in a cross-sectional view of a step of the connection process of the entire adapter device to the rail system.

The 1 to 12 show in different degrees of detail and in different views a holding device 1 for a motor vehicle interior 100 ,

The 1 schematically shows a perspective view of a section of the motor vehicle interior 100 with the holding device 1 with a console 200 at a first position. The automobile interior 100 or the automotive interior or interior equipment includes a motor vehicle seat 110 and a center console 120 , The motor vehicle seat 110 is designed for use in the direction of travel. The holding device 1 is designed for use opposite to the direction of travel. Accordingly, the holding device 1 at a rear end of the center console 120 aligned to a rear area in a motor vehicle. The holding device 1 holds the console designed as a monitor or an infotainment device. For this, the holding device comprises 1 a console holder 10 that has a connection device 40 with an adapter device 70 connected is. The console holder 10 holds the console 200 , About the adapter device 70 the connection of the holding device takes place 1 to the center console 120 , The adapter device 70 is via the connection device 40 with the console holder 10 connected. The connection of the connection device 40 with the console holder 10 takes place via an eccentrically arranged joint 50 , When panning (arrow P) of the console holder 10 around the joint 30 In doing so, an adjustment of the height level H of the console holder takes place 10 due to the eccentricity, as represented by the height levels H1, H2 and H3.

The 2 shows schematically in a perspective view a section of a motor vehicle interior with the holding device 1 with the console 200 to 1 in a different position. Here is the holding device 1 at a rear of the vehicle seat 110 arranged. In this case, the holding device 1 geared towards a rear passenger. At the back of the vehicle seat 110 is to connect to the back of a rail system 300 intended. The rail system 300 in the present case comprises a rail unit 310 , which with the adapter device 70 interacts. The corresponding sections of the rail unit 310 and the adapter device 70 are formed correspondingly complementary.

The 3 shows schematically in a perspective view of the holding device 1 to 1 and 2 in a unique position. The adapter device 70 is via the connection device 40 with the console holder 10 connected. The console holder 10 has three relatively adjustable, in particular displaceable holding arms 11 on. The holding arms 11 protrude from a central housing 12 angularly aligned with each other. At their ends, the support arms 11 one gripping section each 13 or a corresponding tail for securely embracing the male console 200 on. The end pieces can be arranged interchangeable at the ends. The housing 12 is about the joint 30 with the connection device 40 connected. This is a joint section 31 on the housing 12 educated. A cooperating hinge section 32 is at the connection device 40 educated. The two joint sections 31 and 32 form the joint 30 , In the embodiment shown here is the joint 30 as a ball joint 35 educated. The joint section 31 includes a ball socket. The joint section 32 includes a ball. The joint 30 is in relation to the housing 12 arranged eccentrically so that when pivoting the housing 12 with respect to the connection device 40 a change in the height level H of the housing 12 he follows. At the other end is the connecting device 40 , which is a rod element 41 includes, fixed to the adapter device 70 connected. The rod element 41 is sufficiently rigid and stable to the console 200 safe, especially crash-safe, to hold.

The 4 shows schematically in a perspective view a section of the adapter device 70 the holding device 1 to 3 , The adapter device 70 is with two rail units 310 connected. For the connection, the adapter device 70 two clamping parts 75 which is detachable with a base body 71 the adapter device 70 are connected. For this purpose, the base body 71 appropriate recordings 72 for the clamping parts 75 on. The pictures 72 include per clamping part 75 a dovetail groove 72a , in which the clamping parts 75 be used with a corresponding section. For correct positioning of the clamping parts 75 indicates the base body 71 Stops and / or locking devices, which are not explicitly shown here.

The 5 shows schematically in a perspective view a section of the console holder 10 the holding device 1 to 3 , From the case 12 is one of the two housing covers 12a removed, leaving one in the case 12 arranged cable 20 for adjusting the holding arms 11 is recognizable. The cable 20 is with those in the case 12 arranged ends of the support arms 11 connected. Next is the cable 20 with one as a rotary wheel 25a trained operating unit 25 coupled. This is a rope 20a of the cable 20 around the wheel 25a wound. The adjustment process of the console holder 1 is in 6 described in more detail.

The 6 schematically shows the operation of the holding device 1 or the console holder 10 to 3 , Turn the wheel 25a becomes the cable 20 wound up and the retaining arms 11 moved to each other. When turning (arrow P) of the wheel 25a becomes the rope 20a of the cable 20 wound up and the retaining arms 11 be along one in the housing 12 trained leadership 12b with their in the case 12 arranged ends toward each other. One between the gripping sections 13 arranged console 200 becomes between the gripping sections 13 clamped and held securely. The wheel 25a is self-locking or locking units are provided which unintentional unwinding and thus releasing the clamping of the console 200 prevent. To the gripping sections 13 move apart again and thus the clamping of the console 200 specifically cancel, are return springs 15 for the holding arms 11 intended. These act counter to that of the cable 20 on the support arms 11 applied traction and move the holding arms 11 back to their original position. After releasing the lock or the self-locking of the actuator unit 25 return the support arms 11 thus return to their original position and enter the console 200 free. In this case, the achievement of a clamping position or an actuation of the actuating unit 25 be signaled haptically, visually and / or acoustically by suitable means. The arrows B show the direction of movement of the holding arms 11 , It is left in 6 a terminal and right a lifting of the clamp shown.

The 7 shows schematically in a perspective view of a mounted on a motor vehicle interior rail system 300 in a first application. In the application shown, are on a rear side of the formed as a motor vehicle seat automotive interior 100 two rail units 310 Spaced parallel to each other. At the rail units 310 are corresponding adapter devices 70 arranged, which is a holding net 101 span.

The 8th shows schematically in a perspective view of the vehicle interior 100 attached rail system 300 in a second application. Here is a track unit 310 provided at the rear of the vehicle seat. The adapter device 70 has a hook for a hanging bag 102 or the like.

The 9 shows schematically in an enlarged view the rail system 300 with the adapter device designed as a rail adapter unit 70 , For connection to the rail unit 310 is the adapter device 70 , which is presented here in isolation, as a rail adapter unit 70a educated. About the clamping part 75 is the rail adapter unit 70a to the rail unit 310 clamped, as described in more detail below.

The 10 schematically shows the connection of the rail adapter unit in a cross-sectional view 70a to the rail system 300 , The rail system 300 includes the profiled rail unit 310 , This is approximately U-shaped in cross-section with a central T-profile to form an undercut 320 educated. In the undercut 320 grab two interventions 76 of the clamping part 75 , These are about a pivot around 77 mounted knee lever 78 formed at least partially movable. Accordingly, a first intervention 76a around a hinge 76b rotatably mounted. The engagement 76a remains in operative connection with the knee lever 78 ,

The 11 schematically shows in a cross-sectional view a connection operation of the rail adapter unit 70a to the rail system 310 , Shown are two different positions. In the first position, the or the clamping part 75 by intervention intervention 76 in the undercut 320 , which in addition with an elastic material 330 is filled to better support, firmly connected. To release the connection, the toggle lever 78 as shown with a force F9 applied and the operative connection between engagement 76a and toggle is released, so the engagement 76 from the undercut 76 can be moved.

The 12 shows schematically in a cross-sectional view a step of the connection process of the entire adapter device 70 to the rail system 300 , The adapter device 70 is when the operative connection is released, that is to say with a toggle lever 78 in the position shown, angled first with the upper and second engagement 76c , then with the in operative connection with the toggle 78 engageable intervention 76a in the undercut 320 at the rail unit 310 appropriate. The toggle 78 is then acted upon by a force F and the connected adapter device 70 about the movement of the toggle lever and the associated movement of the procedure 76a to the rail unit 310 clamped.

It is understood that, although in the above summary and the detailed DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES Only one exemplary embodiment has been described, a number of other embodiments exist. Rather, the foregoing detailed description will be appreciated by those skilled in the art as suitable guidance for carrying out at least one example embodiment. It is also understood that the above-mentioned features of the invention can be used not only in the particular combination given, but also in other combinations or in isolation, without departing from the scope of the invention.

LIST OF REFERENCE NUMBERS

1

holder

10

A console support

11

holding arm

12

casing

12a

housing cover

12b

guide

13

cross section

15

Return spring

20

cable

20a

rope

25

operating unit

25a

rotating wheel

30

joint

31

hinge section

32

hinge section

35

ball joint

40

connecting device

41

rod element

70

adapter device

70a

Rail adapter unit

71

base body

72

admission

72a

dovetail

75

clamping part

76

intervention

76a

first intervention

76b

swivel

76b

second intervention

77

swivel

78

toggle

100

Automotive interiors

101

retaining net

102

hanging pocket

110

Automotive seat

120

center console

200

console

300

rail system

310

rail unit

320

undercut

330

elastic material

B

arrow

F9

force

F

force

H

height level

H1, H2, H3

different height levels

P

arrow

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• DE 102008053975 A1 [0005]

Claims (13)

Holding device ( 1 ) for consoles ( 200 ) and / or other infotainment devices for flexible holding in a motor vehicle, in particular a console holding device for flexible and crash-safe holding of consoles ( 200 ) and infotainment devices on an automotive interior or a car interior ( 100 ), comprising at least one adjustable console holder ( 10 ) to record the console ( 200 ), at least one adapter device ( 70 ) for attaching the holding device ( 1 ) on the vehicle interior ( 100 ) and at least one connection device ( 40 ) for connecting the console holder ( 10 ) with the adapter device ( 70 ), wherein the adapter device ( 70 ) at least one rail adapter unit ( 70a ), with which the holding device ( 1 ) on an indoor rail system ( 310 ) is connectable. Holding device ( 1 ) according to claim 1, wherein the rail adapter unit ( 70a ) a clamping part ( 75 ), with which the rail adapter unit ( 70a ) to the rail system ( 310 ) is clamped. Holding device ( 1 ) according to claim 1 or 2, wherein the rail adapter unit ( 70a ) a base body ( 71 ), with which the clamping part ( 75 ) is releasably connectable. Holding device ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 3, wherein the connecting device ( 40 ) has an elongated portion having one end connected to the rail adapter unit (10). 70a ) and the other end has a hinge section ( 32 ) for articulated connection with the console holder ( 10 ) having. Holding device ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 4, wherein the console holder ( 10 ) a housing ( 12 ) with a to the joint portion ( 32 ) of the connection device ( 40 ) complementary joint section ( 31 ) for forming a joint ( 30 ) having. Holding device ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 5, wherein the joint portion ( 31 ) eccentrically on the console holder ( 10 ) is arranged. Holding device ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 6, wherein the console holder ( 10 ) at least two, preferably three or more, retaining arms ( 11 ), which are adjustable relative to each other at least in pairs. Holding device ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 7, wherein at least two retaining arms ( 11 ) via a cable ( 20 ) are coupled to one another for an adjustment. Holding device ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 8, wherein the console holder ( 10 ) one with the cable ( 20 ) coupled actuation unit ( 25 ) for adjusting the retaining arms ( 11 ) having. Holding device ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 9, wherein the console holder ( 10 ) at least one holding arm ( 11 ) associated return spring ( 15 ) to reset the respective support arm ( 11 ). Holding device ( 1 ) according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 10, wherein the housing ( 12 ) as a central housing ( 12 ) is formed, from which the retaining arms ( 11 ) and in and / or at which the cable pull ( 20 ), the operating unit ( 25 ) and / or the joint section ( 31 ) is / are arranged. Automotive interior ( 100 ), in particular a motor vehicle interior device such as a back seat ( 110 ), a center console ( 120 ) and the like, with at least one rail system ( 300 ) and at least one with the rail system ( 300 ) detachable and crash-mount bracket for consoles ( 200 ), wherein the holder as a holding device ( 1 ) is designed according to one of the preceding claims 1 to 11. Motor vehicle with an interior, the interior being in the form of the above-described motor vehicle interior ( 100 ) is trained.

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